Archive video with Oleksandr Ponomarev: anecdotes, arm wrestling and nostalgia from 1997!

A video from 1997, in which Olexandr Ponomaryov tells a joke and congratulates the residents of Uzhgorod on Youth Day, unexpectedly went viral on the Internet. This nostalgic moment is now being actively discussed on TikTok, where the clip has garnered more than 1, 200 likes and the comments are full of memories.

A joke that won hearts

In the video, Ponomaryov tells a joke about a bus driver and a passenger grandmother, which was once popular thanks to Kuzma Scriabin. This joke made the audience laugh and became one of the most discussed topics. Commentators even mention how they attended that performance, adding even more nostalgia to the story.

"I was at that concert on Postova Square. I was 17"

Armwrestling stars

Ponomaryov not only entertained the audience with jokes, but also took part in an arm wrestling competition. Although the artist won, he refused to show off his muscles, which further strengthens his image as a true Ukrainian hero.

Concert in the style of Elvis

The artist's performance included a fragment of the concert, where Olexander Ponomarev impressed the audience in a white shirt and leather pants, reminding them of Elvis Presley. He sang without taking off his glasses and jerking his leg, which gave him even more charisma.

"Looks like Elvis"

All these moments together create an unforgettable image of the young Ponomaryov, which, even after 27 years, leaves a deep mark in the hearts of the audience. This event once again emphasizes how important it is to preserve and share such archival treasures that unite generations and give unforgettable emotions.

Editor: Yana Davydiuk